During these uncertain times, having an emergency fund is more important than ever. According to Pew Research, 53% of American adults say they do not have emergency or rainy day funds that would cover at least three months of expenses. Courtney Dominguez, senior wealth advisor at Payne Capital Management, joins CBSN with insight into best practices for building an emergency fund. Source
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Meek Mill and Milan Harris welcome baby boy
The newborn is the couple’s first child together. Source
Germany declares “first phase” COVID-19 victory and eases its lockdown
“We have reached the goal of slowing down the spread of the virus,” Angela Merkel says, as shops get the green light and restaurants prepare to reopen. Source
Mets’ Pete Alonso on future of baseball, impact of COVID-19
Pete Alonso, one of baseball’s brightest stars, says players are ready to return even if the fans cannot. The first baseman for the New York Mets is coming off a record-setting rookie season. He spoke with Tony Dokoupil about how he’s looking back at that remarkable season and launching a new charity to recognize unsung heroes. Source
Trump reverses course on phasing out coronavirus task force
President Trump walked back his comments on phasing out the White House coronavirus task force Wednesday, stating that the advisory group would remain active but will shift its focus to economic recovery. While medical experts and lawmakers have argued for more testing before the country reopens, Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany said testing was not necessary for the entire population. Paula Reid reports on the latest pandemic response from the White House. Source
Mets star Pete Alonso is ready for season, even without fans
Amid the coronavirus lockdowns, Alonso is launching a charity called Homers for Heroes, recognizing “everyday heroes.” Source
Dr. Agus on coronavirus antibody tests’ accuracy and how to interpret results
As some states start to reopen for business, companies are ramping up antibody tests that can reveal whether a person previously had the coronavirus. Dr. David Agus explains how the tests work, if they’re accurate, and that they don’t determine if a person has immunity. Source
Texas lieutenant governor pays fine for jailed salon owner
“I’m covering the $7K fine she had to pay and I volunteer to be placed under House Arrest so she can go to work and feed her kids,” Dan Patrick tweeted. Source
Telephone arguments spotlight usually silent Thomas
Justice Clarence Thomas, who usually does not ask questions during in-person arguments, has posed questions to lawyers during all three days of Supreme Court arguments this week. Source
Some college students rethinking plans for fall if campuses don’t reopen
As colleges and universities grapple with whether they should reopen in the fall amid coronavirus concerns, some college students say they are rethinking their plans. A high school senior from Montana says if his college doesn’t reopen campus, he may opt to take a gap year because of the hefty price tag for tuition. Meg Oliver reports Source